Cedar Creek Club Dam

Horsepasture River· Jackson, North Carolina· Built 1938· Concrete·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cedar Creek Club Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDNC00270

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 2, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Cedar Creek Racquet Club, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek Club Dam?

Cedar Creek Club Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cedar Creek Club Dam?

Cedar Creek Club Dam is owned by Cedar Creek Racquet Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cedar Creek Club Dam built?

Cedar Creek Club Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Cedar Creek Club Dam?

Cedar Creek Club Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Cedar Creek Club Dam last inspected?

Cedar Creek Club Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.